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Plane crashes into homes Fire erupts in Riverside homes after small plane goes down

BY HANNAH PRESTON A&E EDITOR

A twin-engine plane crashed into a Riverside neighborhood Feb. 27, resulting in four fatalities, one injury and the destruction of two homes on Rhonda Road near Riverside Community Church.

Reports of what felt like an earthquake were reported to the Riverside Police Department about 4:50 p.m.

According to ABC7 news, the deceased were identified as Nouri Hijazi, 83, Dana Hijazi, 67, Joanne Stacey Pierce, 46, and Adine Farelas, 22, all residents of San Jose.

The Cessna 310, en route to San Jose from Riverside Municipal Airport, was carrying five passengers. Nouri Hijazi piloted the plane with the five people aboard that included his wife, Dana, and their daughter, Pierce, who died March 8 from injuries she sustained in the crash.

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Randy Plavajka | Banner A crew of firefighters puts out remaining flames from the Feb. 27 plane crash. Riverside officials said there are no indications as to what caused the crash.

They were heading home from watching their granddaughter’s cheer competition in Anaheim when the plane crashed into a residential area in the 6000 block of Rhonda

Road for reasons unknown.

According to KGO-TV news in San Francisco, Adine Farelas also died in the crash and the only survivor was her mother, Sylvia Farelas, 46.

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Firefighters discuss the next steps in clearing the debris from the scene of a plane crash in Riverside.

Initially, the plane clipped the first house, then crashed into the adjacent house, where flames engulfed the plane and surrounding houses. Two houses were destroyed and some neighboring houses received minor damage.

Amy Unger, a 35-year-old resident who lives two streets down from the scene of the plane crash, said she heard and felt the crash.

“It felt like a quick earthquake — it was like ‘boom’ and everything rattled and I walked outside shortly after and saw all the smoke and assumed it was a house on fire,”

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Art show encourages campus social interactions

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Paul Johnson, junior music composition major, attempts to crawl through a tunnel in the “Dog Show” obstacle course.

BY KRYSTA HAWKINS ASST. NEWS EDITOR

Art can be defined in many ways, and some students are taking a more interactive approach to their work.

People walking past Wallace Lawn March 1 were presented with a dog showstyle obstacle course set up on the grass, featuring all the typical parts of a dog show from colorful tunnels to hula hoop jumps.

Contrary to the ordinary course, this one was not set up for dogs but for people to have an interactive artistic experience.

Lauren Sankey, senior visual arts major, set up the course for her interactive

arts project for “Contemporary Art Issues,” a new class at California Baptist University.

The project was designed to get people out of the classroom mindset and socially engaged in art.

“The people make it our art project,” Sankey said.

“We always think, ‘What is art?’ Art is what you make it, art is what the experience is and it’s all what you get out of it.”

Kristi Lippire, assistant visual arts professor and instructor of the contemporary art class, described the basis of socially engaged art and the focus for these interactive projects.

“It requires visual art students to create an artwork that really considers the audience first and get artwork out of the classroom and into everyday life. It forces students to engage and encourage the public in ways they never have with their work

and ideas,” Lippire said.

Sankey had participants strap a GoPro camera to their heads while they ran through the obstacle course on their hands and knees.

After a couple hours, the course was taken apart and the GoPro recordings of the dog show experience are what will be turned in for Sankey’s art project.

Hannah Yokoo, junior visual arts major, participated as referee and “dog” and pointed out the artistic significance of the experience.

“This experience is comparable to contemporary art in the way it’s pushing the boundaries of what can be called traditional art,” Yokoo said. “Just like how society changes with time, so does art and how it is represented.”

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University, PepsiCo sign partnership

BY JEFF KISSEL

ASST. SPORTS EDITOR A partnership between PepsiCo and California Baptist University was announced Feb. 21 that includes a multi-year integrated athletic marketing plan and a campus-wide relationship with the company.

The marketing agreement with PepsiCo will be the second founding-level partnership for the university’s new Events Center.

This agreement will also incorporate PepsiCo products into CBU’s dining locations and will work with Provider, CBU’s main food and beverage distributor, to sell more PepsiCo products to consumers of CBU’s dining establishments.

Dr. Micah Parker, director of Athletics for CBU, said there is

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FC Dallas goalkeeper Chris Seitz punches a cross away from defender Matt Hedges. LA Galaxy lost to FC Dallas, 2-1, at StubHub Center in Los Angeles.

Game draws Lancers

BY TESS SCHOONHOVEN ASST. NEWS EDITOR

The Office of Community Life offered students a unique opportunity to attend a professional soccer game between the LA Galaxy and FC Dallas Saturday, March 4.

About 80 CBU students attended the game.

Jesse Chen, junior international studies major, said Community Life provided an opportunity to watch a professional soccer game for a reduced rate.

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because I enjoy watching soc- price was worth it. cer but because it was at a reaMorgan Kelly, senior phosonable price,” tography maChen said. “I Sporting events are a jor, said she would definiteheard about great way to connect this event ly take another opportunity like with people I normally from one of this and encourdon’t get to talk to her friends. age others to get “I went and get to know one because a plugged in.”

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I would go to another if they offered it again.”

Aside from friends, those who attended the event were encouraged to go by Comm Life interns and advertisements.

Laney Hantz, senior health science major, said it was a good opportunity to do something she normally would not do.

“I really enjoyed going to the game because it was something a bunch of friends and me could do together that was off campus,” Hantz said. “Sporting events are a great way to connect with people I normally don’t get to talk to.”

Cottage worship leads community

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Throughout the spring semester, the Living Area Council of The Cottages, a group of freshmen, living area representatives, has put together a worship night every Wednesday at 9:30 p.m.

The event is open to all students and held in a small, acoustic format, under a big tree in the center of the living area with simple instruments and two to three students leading.

Alex Burchinal, sophomore Christian studies major and resident adviser of Cottage 12 and 13, helps oversee the worship nights every other Wednesday.

Burchinal explained events like this one bring the community of The Cottages at California Baptist University together and build relationships.

The LAC takes charge of the evening, finding students who are willing to play instruments and lead worship, as well as inviting other students to attend.

“LAC and the people who are leading this have done a great job of bringing people together in this living area,” Burchinal said.

“It is helping to provide an opportunity for a healthy community to be built.”

The worship night March 1 included s’mores for the students. Burchinal explained that The Cottages want to be able to do a bonfire with s’mores at least once a month to encourage more students to come.

Patrick Lau, freshman civil engineering major, is one of the students who helps lead the worship night with his cajon.

Lau said he receives joy through serving with worship.

“One of the best ways I feel God’s presence is through worship,” Lau said. “Either playing it or listening to it or just being in the atmosphere where the Holy Spirit is able to work through music and through me.”

The worship is open to all students and gives the opportunity to praise God together.

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Tess Schoonhoven (Left), freshman public relations major, and Daniel Shaw, freshman undeclared major, lead worship night for students.

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excitement about obtaining the partnership with PepsiCo. “This is a great opportunity for CBU,” Parker said. “This is a great opportunity to get a partnership with a major company such as with PepsiCo.” Parker said the partnership with PepsiCo is also a paid sponsorship for CBU. “They are paying money to the campus to advertise and sell their products at the new Events Center,” Parker said.

“This is a great thing on both sides of the partnership.”

The deal with PepsiCo and signing with the Western Athletic Conference in the NCAA Division I will expose CBU to other companies to get other partnerships.

“One of the factors in getting this partnership is we have done so well in the NCAA Division II that we have sponsorships from other companies, such as Nike, Cadillac, Altura Credit Union and Ayres Hotels,” Parker said.

“This is a big list of reputable companies to get us more exposure to other companies for partnerships.”

Micah Fuller, associate athletic director for Marketing and Media Relations, said the partnership was a team effort with CBU’s leadership.

“The university was looking to potentially partner with a beverage company on an exclusive basis,” Fuller said. “To do that, we decided to not just do it for athletics, but do it for the entire university.”

Fuller said the about food and beverage services at CBU are known as some of the best

in the country.

“Our food and beverage services are ranked high in the country,” Fuller said. “We have one of the best food service programs in the country, so Provider was very instrumental in setting up the meetings with the soft drink companies.”

PepsiCo will continue to endorse CBU with this major partnership. It will work with Provider to sell more products to the CBU community and will advertise its brands to places all over the campus.

“Anytime you partner with a worldwide, global company, such as PepsiCo, it sends a positive message to the business community that we partnered with a nationally recognized brand,” Fuller said. “Anytime we add to the roster of brands, it can open doors for anything with the university and the

community.”

The brands provided for food service programs include Starbuck’s ready-to-drink coffee beverages, Lipton Iced Tea, Ocean Spray, Tropicana juices and Muscle Milk.

Joseph Gonzalez, senior Christian studies and Christian behavioral sciences double major, said he feels good about this partnership with PepsiCo and the impact it will have.

“I do not see anything wrong with it,” Gonzalez said. “It’s a partnership that helps build CBU and brings more products in our dining areas.”

This marketing campaign will benefit CBU in a variety of ways. It will bring in more products for CBU students to enjoy and will be a campus-wide sponsorship that will provide funds for the university in multiple ways.

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Riverside firefighters clean up parts from a Cessna 310 plane that crashed in Riverside on the 6000 block of Rhonda Road that set three houses on fire, killing three people and injuring two others near California Baptist University.

Plane Crash

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Unger said. “As we were walking around they were saying it was a plane that crashed.”

According to ABC7 news,

A man in a home near the crash site was inside his house when it was hit but he was not injured. Jocelyn Campuzano, a 17-year-old student at Pomona High School, witnessed the

flames and heard screams from a nearby victim.

“I saw a bunch of fire, I heard a lady screaming, ‘Help me, help me,’” Campuzano said. “I saw a bunch of smoke everywhere. I was in shock.”

According to CBS San Francisco Bay Area, Pierce

was ejected from the small plane and was pulled from a bedroom window by firefighters.

Many neighbors helped firefighters pull her across the street to another house.

She was hospitalized for more than week after suffered

Award nominations recognize three full-time faculty and staff of the year

BY DOMINICK COPAS

BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR The nomination process for Faculty and Staff of the Year award closed March 3.

ASCBU vice president for communitcations, Paolo Bilbao, sent out an email to students to nominate three fulltime staff members and three full-time faculty members of the year for this award.

The process owes its beginnings to the CBU Student Handbook in which the guidelines for the award and selection procedure are outlined.

In the previous year, Jeff Lewis, assistant professor of intercultural studies, and Jay Stovall, director of New Student Orientation programs, won Faculty and Staff of the

Year. The 2017 winners have not been announced, but the students expressed their passion for their school’s instructors with who they nominated to win the award.

Shelby Moore, graduate assistant of ASCBU, said the award recognizes the hard work of the faculty or staff member who wins the award.

“ASCBU has made its own tradition of announcing the winners during chapel so all student leaders and the faculty and staff members will be presented in front of the students that selected them,” Moore said. “It’s a really cool way to be a voice for the students to the administration.”

Moore said they are proud to present the Faculty and

Staff of the Year award as well as what it means to the school.

It has often recognized how an award such as this brings each part of the CBU community together.

Jackson Burge, senior kinesiology major and executive vice president of ASCBU, said the entire award process is rewarding to CBU. “It’s a really cool way to facilitate community between faculty, staff and students ,which is unique to CBU,” Burge said.

By allowing students to voice their opinions about the faculty and staff through the officials they have selected, CBU creates an atmosphere in which the voices of the students are recognized and the

hard work put in by the faculty and staff is highlighted.

Burge said this recognition is important to highlight the extra effort and time CBU professors give to their classes and students.

“At not every university can you walk into an office and have a professor ask how your day is going and really care about your spiritual walk,” Burge said.

The final vote will take place alongside the ASCBU Senate elections from April 4–6 via email in which students will vote for the top 10 nominees for each award.

The winners of the Faculty and Staff of the Year award will be announced in April during Chapel.

Friends, teammates honor, remember CBU alumnus, championship wrestler

BY NICOLE KLOPFER NEWS EDITOR

Matthew “Matty” Hickman, 2016 California Baptist University alumus, was killed in an accident March 5 on Interstate 5 while returning from the CIF State Wrestling Championship in Bakersfield.

According to Officer Josh Greengard, ublic information officer for the California Highway Patrol’s Newhall Station, Hickman was involved in a solo accident while driving southbound about 4:50 a.m.

Officers believe Hickman then got out of his car and attempted to run across lanes on the northbound side of the freeway when he was struck by a car. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Hickman is survived by his father, Matt Hickman Sr., his mother Louisa, and two sisters.He was well-known as one of the best wrestlers

to come out of the Camarillo County.

Many friends, teammates and family members have taken to Facebook to talk about how much Hickman impacted their lives.

“When Matt was being recruited to CBU, he was completely against religion and asked coach if he could not go to chapel, but God worked in his heart in his time here,” said Brian Zunigha, director of Discipleship Ministries.

“He met with a spiritual advisor more and more and three weeks ago, he said, ‘I thought I was coming to CBU for wrestling, but God brought me here for another reason.’”

A GoFundMe account was created for Hickman’s funeral

by Christina Mcmann-Gonzalez. In under 24 hours, the site raised over $24,445. To donate to the fund, visit www. gofundme.com/mattyhickmansfuneralcampaign.

burns to 90 percent of her body and had many surgeries since the crash. Pierce died Thursday after her third surgery.

The Press Enterprise reported the wreckage was scattered at least a half-mile away.

Houses on several surrounding streets, about 20 of them,

were evacuated so The National Transportation Safety Board could do a thorough assessment. According to NTSB, the plane had engine trouble before it left the Rivside Municpial Airport.

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Jacklin O’Rear, senior liberal studies major, enjoys the privacy and quiet that comes with living alone. With more space in her apartment, she is able to focus on her studies, decorate the way she wants to and can have guests over without worry of disturbing someone else.

Students discuss roommates versus ‘alone time’ and privacy

BY JASMINE EMEISH LIFESTYLE EDITOR

Having a roommate is what some may consider as part of “the college experience,” yet not everyone chooses to live the co-occupant life. There are pros and cons to living alone versus having a roommate.

Upon moving away from home, living on or off campus is the first decision to be made, then living with or without roommates must be considered. For most of those living on a university campus, the dorm life does not allow for independent living, but for upperclassmen at California Baptist University, there are single-living options such as studio apartments in The Village.

Jacklin O’Rear, senior lib-

eral studies major, has lived on ers or doing your hair. There’s campus with roommates for the overall privacy.” past three years, but this year Privacy and alone time are she chose to live alone. two of the greatest pros when A full schedule was one of it comes to skipping on having the reasons for living alone a roommate. Living alone gives O’Rear said. the entire expe“I had a rience of moving heavy workout of the child“Having roommates hood home and load and being alone forces you to learn how going through life took a lot of to work with someone independently. stress away,” Crystal Pedifferent than you terson, senior O’Rear said she prefers livand how to manage psychology maing alone and and resident conflict.” jor the freedom it advisor in The Rachel Hom, Village, has algives her.

“You get to CBU alumna ways lived with play music and roommates and be louder than you would if you said while she sees the benehad a roommate,” O’Rear said. fits of living alone, she prefers “You also do not have to share a living with others. bathroom, no waiting for show“I love being able to come

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home and having someone there to talk to and hang out with,” Peterson said.

Roommates are not only people to hang out and have fun with as they are also there to teach about life as well.

Rachel Hom, CBU alumna, lived with roommates on campus during her time at CBU and still lives with a roommate off campus.

“Having roommates forces you to learn how to work with someone different than you and how to manage conflict,” Hom said.

She said having a roommate helps her during this new season of life.

“We’re able to learn how to ‘adult’ together; side by side in our small victories and challenges,” Hom said.

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Tower Hall lip-sync battle creates fun, relieves study stress Freshman living area gathers for midterm study break

Dance” from Disney’s “High School Musical 2.”

“I’ve never participated in a lip sync battle, but I’ve done singing battles,” Taylor said.

With songs such as “You Give Love a Bad Name” by Bon Jovi and “Love is an Open Door” from “Frozen,” the crowd had energy and positivity extending through the lobby windows of Tower Hall.

BY ANDREA LUNA Students who had not STAFF WRITER planned on participating took When studying gets hard, the opportunity to reduce students want to relax so Feb. stress and relax.

22 Tower Hall resident adVictoria Deweese freshvisers hosted man pre-nurstheir second ing major, said Lip Sync Battle ”It’s just a fun she decided to with microparticipate in event for people to phones, lights the event last come hang out and minute, but was and snacks in the living be themselves.” not worried. area lobby.

“I honestBrady Moore, junior ly (had) no clue “We wanted Christian behavioral what (I was) to carry on the tradition and science major going to sing, I it worked out winged it and really well last just had fun,” Deyear,” said Brady Moore, ju- weese said. nior Christian behavioral sciEmma Mensah, sophoence major and Tower Hall RA. more behavioral science ma“It’s just a fun event for people jor, Alisha Fleeman, freshman to come hang out and be liberal studies major, and themselves.”

Pamela Torres, freshman biMoore participated in ology major, performed “Upthe event by joining in on town Funk” by Mark Ronson “Single Ladies” and “Party featuring Bruno Mars causing in the USA.” the crowd to cheer as Mensah The music ranged from enthusiastically danced.

Disney songs to Beyoncé, but Whether students particionce a song got going, the pated, those who walked into crowd joined in.

Tower Hall during the battle Aaron Taylor, freshman experienced their friends and graphic design major, seemed Tower Hall community let to be the crowd favorite with loose and relax with their best his performance of “I Don’t lip syncing abilities.

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Timothy Kiefer, environmental health and safety coordinator, leads a group of students on an USP trip to Nashville, Tennessee, where the team helps with cleaning, shares Bible stories and plays with children.

Courtesy of Timothy Kiefer

Service trips inspire servant hearts

BY ALEXANDRA APPLEGATE ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR

While International Service Project teams are gearing up with training and fundraising for their trips this summer, non-participants of ISP trips should not feel left out as the Office of Spiritual Life offers other options to serve those in the United States as well.

Although United States Projects was not offered this year, it has been offered in the past and may be offered again in upcoming semesters.

Alexis Marsh, junior nursing and psychology double major, went on a USP trip in June 2015 to Virginia to serve

at Jill’s House, a camp for children with disabilities. Their days included dancing, singing, worship, reading the Bible, and outdoor activities with their assigned “buddies.”

“Joining a USP team is definitely a big step into getting out of your comfort zone and applying your faith, especially if you don’t travel often,” Marsh said.

“I felt like I wasn’t as ‘strong of a Christian’ as others around me. Just hearing previous experiences from other students encouraged me to sign up, provided me an opportunity to grow closer to God and I learned more about my faith.”

Spiritual life also offers Urban Excursions several times throughout the school year to

nearby cities such as San Diego or Los Angeles.

“ISP and USP have similar visions,” said Dr. Thomas Ferko, program director of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. “You’re still not in the same culture. Lots of students think they need to go to another country to experience Jesus but sometimes you just need to go across the street.”

Ferko has been on five ISP trips to different parts of Asia and Germany and has been to San Diego on Urban Excursions multiple times for training.

“There are downsides to any short-term mission trip. One is thinking you’re going to make a difference. Students put emphasis on themselves rather

than God,” Ferko said. “Another downside would be forgetting to serve the people who are already in your lives.”

December Kurtz, junior photography major, said it does not matter where a person serves.

Kurtz is going on an ISP trip to Germany.

“We may feel like we aren’t doing enough because we aren’t there long but any kind of mission trip or service program is helpful to all involved,” Kurtz said. “I had my heart set on going overseas to help people and spread the word of the Lord.”

Whether they fly across the world or walk across the street, studnets can serve wherever they are.

Courtesy of Alexis Marsh

CBU students travelled to Vienna, Virginia, to work with “Jill’s House,” a non-profit for children and adolescents with special needs.

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Local artists, enthusiasts come together at Artswalk

BY PRISCILLA ARECHIGA STAFF WRITER

The Riverside Artswalk is a free event and invites community members to come together in the heart of the city of Riverside to celebrate diverse cultures and art forms.

The streets of Downtown Riverside fill with event-goers who are eager to shop at vendor lots, view artist exhibits and listen to live music. With more than 20 venues from which to choose, it is nearly impossible to run out of things to do.

The Riverside Artswalk happens every first Thursday of the month from 6-9 p.m., and will continue in showcasing the talent of Riverside’s own.

Cyril Malit, a freelance photographer, is a frequent visitor who commutes from Hemet in order to attend the event.

“I’m always here,” Malit said.

“I am just looking for inspiration. I am looking for something that could distinguish my look more.”

The Artswalk serves as a way for local artists to not only showcase their talent but to meet others with the same passion for self-expression.

The event has created an inviting culture among the community that accepts freedom of creativity. It also serves as a platform for new artists to

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Andrew Cochran, senior theatre major, and Maddison Rickard, junior theatre major, enjoyed browsing the numerous vendors at the Riverside Artswalk on March 2. Products made available during the step out.

Linh Nguyen, an artist vendor, has been a part of this event for less than a year. She uses it as an opportunity to network with others and sell her handcrafted works of art.

“You meet so many different people and it is a way to express yourself, especially your creative side,” Nguyen said.

Artists who have been featured at this event include Cosme Cordova, Mark School-

ey, Steve Rowell and Karen Kauffman.

After getting a fill of visual and performing arts, nearby restaurants such as Café Sevilla, Aurea Vista and the Hideaway Café offer special discounts on

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side) – it’s kind of a hidden gem in the arts community,” Cochran said. “I love being near expressive people and things.

(The event) is a good way to understand the arts and see them in action.”

Unlikely individuals receive fame through social media outlets and now has more than 11 million views on Twitter.

“I didn’t think it would go Through the lenses of so- viral. It just went in one ear cial media, fame has changed and out the other,” Randle said. in perspective and definition. “But when I woke up the next Not only is it now unneces- morning, that’s when my son sary to star in an Oscar-win- told me that my video was going ning film to hit stardom, but crazy, and for that split-second a 10-second video can spark a I thought, ‘Wow, what if Ellen fan base and launch one into calls me?’”

Internet fame.

Randle’s presence on soWith the help of social cial media has changed since media outlets such as Twit- the viral video. She received a ter, Snapchat, Instagram and crash-course on Snapchat from Yo u T u b e , her children, many users and has since have received gained folBut when I woke up lowers on the a glimpse the next morning, social media of stardom similar to that’s when my son outlet by the those on the thousands. told me that my video red carpet.

With her was going crazy, and p r o f e s s i o n a l Through viral video mofor that split second I life unlikely to ments like take a pause, thought, ‘Wow, what if Randle has not “back at it Ellen calls me?’ been able to again with the white vans” enjoy her moor “Dr. Phil” ments of fame.

Rachelle Randle, As a labor and viral sensaviral video maker deliver nurse, tion Danielle B r e g o l i ’s weeks consist “catch me outside how bow of at least 40 hours in the hosdah,” unlikely individuals go pital. However, it was while at viral. work that Randle experienced Madison Fries, freshman her first spotlight moment. criminal justice major, said “One of my patients noticed through the power of social me, and she was acting like she media, fame has become much was in the room with Beyoncé,” more tangible.

Randle said.

“It has made a huge differDespite her growth in ence within our society be- popularity, Randle is maincause that is what everyone ly grateful that through this wants. They try to be what so- experience the connection ciety wants on social media,” with her children has grown Fries said. “Anyone can post immensely. something funny and blow up “They were proud of their social media.” mom, and they were posting Rachelle Randle, a local me on their pages … and it made 46-year-old labor and deliv- me feel special and close with ery nurse, has recently joined them,” Randle said. the growing list of viral videos.

Whether the spotlight shines About two weeks after her brightly or simply grazes our 18-year-old son posted one sights, fame is something that of her Snapchat videos on his has become more attainable by Twitter account, the video has anyone at any given time due to quickly grown in popularity the immediate access to media.

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Andrew Cochran, senior theatre major, has attended the Artswalk before, and said he enjoys perusing the creative treasures featured at the event.

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BY AUDREY STODDARD ASST. A&E EDITOR

While Beyoncé fans are in shock over the announcement of her pregnancy with twins in February, some future Coachella-goers for the 2017 festival season are heartbroken.

Set to headline the two-weekend music and art festival this spring in Indio, Beyoncé will no longer headline because of pregnancy concerns from her doctor.

Every year, Coachella’s lineup is filled with artists from legends to up-and-coming bands, and it is also home to largerthan-life artwork and food trucks.

Abigail Cathcart, sophomore early childhood studies major, attended the festival last year and plans to go again this year.

“I know a lot of people are upset about Beyoncé dropping out of the line-up and I even know of people who only bought a ticket to see her. However, I am not bummed about it,” Cathcart said. “Beyoncé is great, and it would have been a cool thing to see her perform, but there is so much more to Coachella than just one artist.”

Coachella typically has more than 200 artists perform each weekend, attracting music fans from all over the world.

As of March 1, the festival announced Lady Gaga is taking Beyoncé’s place in the line-up.

Adrianne Canady, sophomore marketing major, will be attending Coachella this year and said she-

was satisfied to hear the announcement.

“Although I was excited to hear about Beyoncé performing at Coachella, I am just as excited for Gaga. I’m a fan of her music and I’m actually a little more excited for her extravagant performance and unmistakable throwback songs,” said Canady.

Even though Beyoncé will not perform at this year’s Coachella Music and Arts Festival, it is speculated she will be headlining in 2018.

Cassie Vala, sophomore early childhood studies major, said she will attend again this spring no matter who is headlining.

“I went last year and it was life-changing,” Vela said. “I’m still pretty bummed Beyoncé won’t be performing. On the other hand, I am so excited for Lady Gaga. To me, they are equal in their own category of art. I don’t see how she (Lady Gaga) could disappoint, especially for Coachella.”

Aly English, junior biology major, went to Coachella last year and said she encourages people to go regardless of who is headlining because it is fun to go with friends.

“I finished my last final, got straight in the car, drove to the desert and essentially let go of all my anxieties to experience my favorite music with a group of my closest friends.

Nothing compares to running around in the heat with your favorite people in the most uplifting environment you could imagine,” English said.

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Jake Carroll (from left), sophmore business administration major, and Daylon Spear, junior graphic design major, sing an Ed Sheeran cover at Open Mic Night.

Community Life hosts Open Mic event to showcase talent

Students perform on stage, sing covers and originals

BY AUDREY STODDARD ASST. A&E EDITOR

Every semester, Open Mic Night is held in the Community Life Lounge where students take the stage and express themselves through their talents in front of their peers. This semester’s Open Mic Night was Feb. 24.

Amber Shelton, soph-

omore business major, and events intern for Community Life, said the event allows students to showcase talents.

“We do things like Open Mic Night to allow students to utilize the talents God has given them and share them with the rest of campus,” Shelton said.

“It builds community as people can meet each other during things like this and share their talents.”

Shelton planned the food and decorations and made sure the event flowed smoothly.

Jonathan Fraser, senior psychology major, had the microphone for his last time, performing a song he wrote that celebrated the life of his late mentor.

“I wanted to go out with a bang; I love doing this. I’ve been

discouraged for the past couple months in terms of playing, so I thought if I come here tonight maybe I’ll get that fire going in me again,” Fraser said. “One of the most important things about being a person, especially in this day in age, is your identity and being able to express yourself.”

Sarah Hom, sophomore psychology major, performed “Closer” by The Chainsmokers with Jake Roque, senior business administration major.

“Open Mics are special because they give students the opportunity to share their talent with the student body–people’s voices, ability to play instruments and add their own twists to songs. I would say those are the things that make open mics special, to show hidden talents,”

said Hom. “Performing at this Open Mic was definitely a highlight of my sophomore year.

A lot of people and some of my friends did not know I could sing so it was cool to be able to see and hear their reactions.”

Ian Lambooy, freshman marketing major, said he heard about Open Mic Night from his friends and enjoyed the atmosphere of the experience.

“I was really impressed.

Some of the acts were off the hook,” Lambooy said.

The event included 16 performances, ranging in genres.

Overall, the dimly lit and relaxed atmosphere was full of positivity toward those on stage, making the Community Life event a success for both audience members and performers.

Kutcher uses his spotlight to shed light on sex slavery

BY RAEGAN MELFE ASST. A&E EDITOR

Most people know Ashton Kutcher for his role as Michael Kelso on “That’s 70’s Show” but the actor has a passion much bigger than his spotlight–the fight against human trafficking.

Ashton Kutcher and his exwife, Demi Moore, founded the organization Thorn in 2008.

Thorn creates tracking tech-

nology to end sex slavery, specifically trafficking of children.

Recently, Kutcher has been in the news because he has been promoting this issue more.

Lauren Hackett, junior graphic design major and member of the International Justice Movement at California Baptist University, said his work to stop sex slavery is admirable.

“He is passionate about ending sex trafficking, especially

with children,” Hackett said.

Hackett said Kutcher can have a major influence because of his platform, which is something Kutcher has said is the reason he is a good person to fight for this issue.

“It’s an issue that’s not talked about often in the media.

(Kutcher) is a likable guy, a household name, so being able to associate him with that issue could bring a lot of awareness … (with) that level of (fame),”

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to class, but gave students the opportunity to enter a new perspective and re-evaluate what they classify as art.

Becka Leininger, junior visual arts major, is also a student in the art class and said she enjoyed Sankey’s depiction of the interactive art project.

“I loved (Sankey’s) project,” Leininger said.

“It made people get out of their comfort zone, but in a safe and fun environment.”

Upon inspiration for her work, Sankey said she looked toward finding something people have never seen before.

Austin Romito | Banner “I wanted something Lauren Sankey, senior visual arts major, dressed in a referee outfit, entices stuthat people can interact dents to participate in her interactive art piece. with that will be fun and to take a break from classes,” featured.

March 1 and March 8.

Sankey said.

“Street Racing,” by YoThe last socially interThis was only two out of koo, “Having a Bad Day,” by active art piece is created the 10 socially engaging art Leininger, and “Life Size Can- and designed by Scott Love, experiences on campus. San- dy Land,” by Marlisa Morales, major visual arts major, and key’s socially interactive art junior visual arts major, were will be displayed on campus piece is not the only one being featured during the weeks of March 13.

Hackett said.

Kutcher has received some level of criticism for his work, and those who are not in support may suggest the actor should stick to his “day job.”

“Ashton sees this bigger purpose and he’s using the talents and gifts that he was given, such as comedy and acting, to use that as a platform,” Hackett said. “That’s something to be admired and not looked down upon.”

The Thorn website also shines a light on how pornography is influencing sex slavery.

Hackett said pornography has seemed to become a norm in today’s culture.

“In America, and a lot of western culture, pornography is taboo,” Hackett said.“It’s a huge factor–sex trade and sexual violence is a component people don’t often think about.”

Justina Drescher, junior nursing major, said Kutcher can

have a huge influence to stop sex trafficking because he is a well-known personality.

“When you have somebody who already has followers come alongside or start something like that, a lot of people will jump onboard,” Drescher said.

Through Thorn’s fight against sex trafficking, 2,020 children were identified as sex slaves, and 6,000 victims have been rescued in 2016 alone–and numbers will continue to grow.

Young opera singer stands up, makes step in fight for equality

BY HANNAH PRESTON A&E EDITOR

Making her debut on the “America’s Got Talent” stage at the age of 10, Jackie Evancho is now reaching higher notes with her fight for equality at the age of 16.

Reintroducing herself during the Presidential Inauguration on Jan. 20, the young American opera singer performed the National Anthem at the U.S. Capitol before President Donald J. Trump was sworn into office.

However, even after her performance, Evancho did not shy away from sharing her opinion, especially if it did not coincide with President Trump’s.

Particularly, when Trump decided to reverse bathroom rights for transgender students Feb. 22, Evancho took to social media to stand up for not only what she believed in,

but for the protection of a family member.

“I am obviously disappointed in the (president’s) decision to send the transgender bathroom issue to the states to decide,” Evancho tweeted on her personal Twitter account.

On account of her initial tweet, the singer has appeared in multiple interviews and has continued to make her opinions known. She appeared in an interview with KDKA Pittsburg and expanded on her tweets.

“When I heard the news, I was just thinking about my family member and the things that that person has gone through, and the struggles that we’ve all had to deal with,” Evancho said during the radio interview. “Me watching her suffer like that is really hard to do.”

As a young woman, Evancho has made impressive steps within her career and the fight for equality.

Destiney Manzano, fresh-

man early childhood studies major, said age should never limit influence, and Evancho’s efforts are inspiring.

“It’s amazing that a 16-yearold is able to have the thought of ‘I’m going to change something; I’m going to help people,’” Manzano said. “To make a change has no age; it has no limit. If you want to change something, you should do it no matter what.”

Since the backlash against Trump over the protection of transgender students on school campuses, Evancho’s family member took the case against the Pennsylvania school district to the Supreme Court. As of Feb. 28, the individual won the right to use the bathroom affiliated to with gender identity.

The spark of change can occur within any individual at any age. Evancho, for example, did not allow her age to quiet her voices but used it to make her opinions louder and make a change.

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Dezerie Thompson (left), freshman kinesiology major, and Madison Guevara, freshman sociology major, enjoy ice cream at the new Afters location in Riverside. The Fountain Valley branch is the original Afters location.

Popular ice cream shop opens

BY CHASE BURNS STAFF WRITER

About 3,000 cars filled the University Village shopping center in Riverside for the unofficial opening of Afters Ice Cream in January.

The popular ice cream shop, aimed toward youth, has a relatively simple menu at first glance. However, different flavors and the Milky Bun are what set this dessert stop apart. With a wide range of flavors, toppings and a brand geared toward college culture, Afters Ice Cream

has become a lifestyle brand since its beginnings.

Afters offers 15 ice cream flavors available in a cup or Milky Bun. The doughnut-like ice cream sandwich with one topping is about $6. Ice cream cups vary in price by number of scoops and toppings, but generally, the ice cream ranges in price from $4 - $8.

Despite all of these flavors, Afters greatest claim to fame is its Milky Bun. Similar to how it sounds, the treat is a doughnut that pairs well with any of the handcrafted ice cream

available. In addition, the treat comes with at least one topping that may include anything from Oreo crumbles to Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal.

Andy Nguyen, co-owner of Afters, said the shop is all about fun especially when it comes to treating its customers and employees.

“The youth culture in Riverside is what Afters is all about,” Nguyen said.

The simple, yet distinctive menu builds a brand that meets the needs of a diverse city such as Riverside. With four colleges

Film studio promotes new movie on ‘fake news’ sites

BY DOMINICK COPAS

BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR 20th Century Fox developed “fake news” websites and curated material on controversial issues to publicize its film, “A Cure for Wellness,” released in February 2017.

The film studio created local news media outlets, including The Sacramento Dispatch and the NY Morning Post, which published material on subjects such as abortion.

In a statement regarding one of the websites the company created to mimic HealthCare. gov, the 20th Century Fox website said, “‘A Cure for Wellness’ is a movie about a ‘fake’ cure that makes people sicker. As

part of this campaign, a ‘fake’ wellness site, healthandwellness.co, was created and we partnered with a fake news creator to publish fake news.”

Despite the campaign’s capitalization on current events, Elizabeth Houchin, sophomore early childhood studies major, does not agree with the studio’s marketing campaign because of the intential dishonesty and warping of public opinion.

“If you’re going to publicize something, you should do it through an accredited website because it’s trustworthy,” Houchin said.

The sites created by 20th Century Fox were soon taken down after the campaign was discovered. The campaign

came after President Donald J. Trump denounced various news organizations as being “fake news.”

Dr. Cynthia Boes, associate professor of communication studies, said she strongly denounces the campaign no matter how relevant it was.

“I’m not in favor of (the campaign). There’s enough fake news out there; we do not need movies promoting (it),” Boes said. “Not everyone who goes onto the website is going to know that’s what it is for.”

Although a reflection of the modern political climate, the marketing campaign used by the film studio seemed to do little to benefit the film or the studio’s reputation.

Tech businesses fight travel ban

BY DOMINICK COPAS

BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR Throughout February more than 100 technology companies banded together to speak out against President Donald J. Trump’s travel ban implemented through executive order.

The firms, which include Apple, Google and Facebook, have come together to use their legal prowess against the ban and argue it is unconstitutional as well as a detriment to business.

The technology industry uses a substantial amount of international talent so a ban such as this would pose a serious problem for many of these companies looking for workers.

Jacob Angel, freshman pre-nursing major, recognized how impressive it was for these companies to be standing against the president and his

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executive order.

“It’s a good idea given that I don’t agree with much of what Trump has done so far in his presidency,” Angel said. “I understand there has been problems with people in the past, but you just can’t exile them.”

Cesar Escobar, freshman criminal justice major, encouraged these companies in their fight against the ban.

“Just because someone is Muslim we cannot assume they will be terrorists,” Escobar said.

“If that’s the case, then the same thing goes for whites, blacks, and Mexicans, too, because every (group) has bad people.”

The travel ban has been controversial since its signing Jan. 27. Travelers from seven predominantly Muslim countries were temporarily barred from entering the United States.

Trump signed a revised version

March 6 that, among several updates, exempts Iraq.

Ellen Kaminski, visiting professor of accounting, explained why these technology companies needed to take a stand for immigrants.

“Things like immigration are hard to get opinions on, especially for immigrants because they have such a soft voice in their new country,” Kaminski said. “So, if they have somebody who is very outspoken like these powerful tech companies who can speak on their behalf, it sounds like it would work for them.”

Since the policy’s implementation, protests have erupted throughout the country. With the pressure from these technology companies continuing, it is likely the policy will experience further rollbacks on its regulations.

and suburban neighborhoods brings something new to the full of children, Riverside is a table, and it is close enough to prime location school. for a company “It is worth such as Afters, trying out,” It is quick, you can’t which allows its Lutschkin said. customers to get it elsewhere, it has “I like their express them- good vibes and you can unique flavors selves through doughnut take cute pictures on and their dessert sandwiches.” the Afters wall. The black choices.

In addition, Jamie Jillson, and white colAnna Lutschkin, senior psychology major or scheme and senior Christian overall hipster behavioral scivibe of the shop ence major, said she is excited is matched by employees in about the new shop because it stylish, dressed-down clothing.

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Popular music plays, and flavors such as Vietnamese Coffee and Cookie Monster are served to create an upbeat and lively atmosphere.

“It is quick, you can’t get it elsewhere, it has good vibes and you can take cute pictures on the Afters wall,” said Jamie Jillson, senior psychology major.

Afters already has several locations across Southern California from Pasadena to Costa Mesa.

The shop is located at 1125 University Ave. and is open from noon to midnight daily.

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Brady Moore, junior Christian behavioral science major, takes a break from classes with friends and enjoys an iced coffee at ‘Wake Up Wednesday’ located at the outdoor lounge in front of the Recreation Center.

Local coffee shop offers a freshly brewed alternative

BY NINASOPHIA STOWE

ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR Arcade Coffee Roasters partnered with the Office of Spiritual Life Feb. 15 to start a new event on campus called “Wake Up Wednesdays” in which specialty coffees are available for students.

Located outside the Recreation Center and Community Life office, Shane Levario and Stevie Hasemeyer, owners of Arcade Coffee Roasters, sell an arrangement of coffee and latte selections. The wild-flavored lattes range from lavender to strawberry along with many other caffeinated options.

News of the recent addition to California Baptist University was advertised on the Spiritual

Life Instagram account and at Chapel during the first week of “Wake Up Wednesdays.”

“Wake Up Wednesday” occurs every week from 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and is scheduled to continue until the end of the semester.

Amber Leigh Sands, sophomore nursing major, said she knew about the new development through her connections with the owners of Arcade Coffee Roasters.

“I drink coffee a lot because I’m a nursing student and am constantly exhausted. I really like Arcade Coffee because I’m learning about the different types of coffee, and I love their different lattes,” Sands said.

Arcade Coffee Roasters’ company owners were contact-

ed late last year by the Office of Spiritual Life with an inquiry about the shop coming to campus. Hasemeyer, owner and CBU alumnus, said he was excited to introduce his old ties at CBU to his business and defining coffee flavors.

“It’s been a really positive experience at CBU,” Hasemeyer said. “We plan to change up the latte flavors every two weeks.

For example, next week we are going to have a vanilla flavor.”

Arcade Coffee Roasters and the Office of Spiritual Life are only pairing up temporarily as they wait to see how the rest of the semester goes before committing to next year. Based on student reviews, it seems likely the coffee roasters will return to campus in the fall semester.

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Medeiros succeeds in, out of pool

BY RUSSELL SHURTLEFF STAFF WRITER

Throughout her five years of playing on California Baptist University’s women’s water polo team, Linda Medeiros, graduate student in sports medicine and goalie, has developed her craft in and out of the pool.

Jonathan Miller, head coach, said Medeiros provides a positive impact on the team throughout the season.

“Lina has really been one of the biggest leaders on our team for the last four years,” Miller said.

Medeiros said she may have never jumped into the pool or have gone this far in her career without an unexpected push.

“I joined last-minute at age 14 late in high school. I would get bored when school ended and all my friends joined water polo so I couldn’t hang out with them,” Medeiros said. “I joined so I could hang out with my friends after school.”

From the time she arrived at CBU as a freshman, Medeiros said she has experienced many changes and life lessons during her time on the team.

“Experience has taken me a long way. I’ve been on the wom-

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Lina Medieros, graduate student in sports medicine and goalie, blocks a possible goal from an opponent. The team attended the Claremont Convergence Invitational March 3-4 and finished the tournament with a 3-1 record on the weekend. The Lancers will move home for the Lancer Invitational March 10-11. en’s team for five years now and had to adjust to a new coach after losing the coach that initially recruited me.” Medeiros said. “Each season that went by shared different obstacles that

I’ve had to overcome either in the pool or out of the pool.”

Annie Eubanks, junior accounting major and driver, said she has witnessed Medeiros grow into the best she

can be since Eubanks started playing for CBU. “She has always been a true asset to the team, but this year I have seen more confidence than ever. Lina is a problem-solver,

quick learner, communicator and has pure leadership skills,” Eubanks said. “She does an excellent job succeeding in the pool, but she will succeed anywhere she goes.”

The team holds an overall record of 10-8 and will continue the season March 10-11 at the Lancer Invitational. The invite opens against University of Redlands at 12:30 p.m.

Basketball season tickets expand to online availability, purchase

BY SARAH BROWN

ASST. SPORTS EDITOR For the first time in California Baptist University history, the men’s and women’s basketball teams will have preseason tickets available to purchase for the 2017-2018 season.

Zack LaGuardia, director of Ticketing and Sales, said the overall expectation is to create an affordable, family-friendly

experience for all CBU fans.

“When you attend a CBU basketball game we want that fan, young or old, to leave the game knowing he and she attended the most fun game in the Inland Empire,” LaGuardia said.

LaGuardia said instead of waiting for tickets the night of the game, the online alternative will provide easier access.

“The biggest difference will be in the customer’s ability to purchase tickets online through their desktop, through their mobile device, by calling a direct ticket line we have set up, or by visiting the CBU Event’s Center box office available in advance for individual games,” LaGuardia said.

Besides accessibility, various benefits will be provided with

different types of ticket holders.

“With the new discounted tickets, they will incorporate an experience,” LaGuardia said.

“Depending on the level of season ticket you get, benefits are tied to that ticket.”

Reserved seating allows fans to know exactly where their seats are located and the benefits they will be purchasing.

“As the customer, you will

be able to hover over the seat and see what the court will look like from that point,” LaGuardia said.

Students will also have a designated section.

“Students will be on the sideline of the team benches, but we will also strategically place some of the Crazies behind the baskets to create a distraction zone,” LaGuardia said.

Shelly Schoenstein, senior early childhood studies major and member of the Crazies, said the Crazies half-time show will be big and more engaging.

“The Athletics Department is researching how to engage the crowd more with cheers and props to use,” Shoenstein said.

“The Crazies will either help with the half-time shows or participate on the activities.”

National Athletic Training Month acknowledges work

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Athletic trainers, typically recognized for their work with athletes and treating injuries, have expanded their field by providing care for other professions.

Not to be confused with personal trainers or strength and conditioning coaches, Certified Athletic Trainers work to prevent, diagnose and treat injuries and illnesses for athletes.

Janelle Kratz, head athletic trainer at the University of Redlands, said athletic trainers are also qualified to respond to emergency medical conditions, including cardiac failure and cervical spine injuries.

“Athletic trainers are first-responders (and) on the scene immediately — trained to recognize emergencies and the best course of action,” Kratz said. “As emergency medical services are in transit, athletic trainers are facilitating necessary care and potentially minimizing further injury or serious illness.”

The National Athletic Trainers Association recognizes March as “National Athletic Traning Month” because of the hard work invested in the athletic training industry. This year’s theme is “Your Protection, Our Priority.”

Protection of patient health starts with efforts to recognize and prevent health risks.

Injury and illness prevention can take many different forms depending on the setting. In an athletic setting, development of sports injury prevention exer-

cise programs can decrease an athlete’s risk for injury.

Athletic trainers are found in many industrial workplaces requiring regular physical activity outside of the traditional athletic job settings. These settings include performing arts, military personnel, fire and police personnel, physical therapy clinics and hospitals.

In an industrial setting, a prevention program teaches employees how to properly move heavy items or improve ergonomics in their daily tasks to help reduce injuries that impede their ability to work.

Nate Swift, athletic trainer at Riverside Community College, spent 12 years working with performers at Disneyland.

“Performers are a different breed of athlete,” Swift said.

“Techniques I learned while working on dancers’ injuries have a big influence on techniques I now use on athletes.”

In the incidence of an injury, athletic trainers are properly equipped to diagnose and rehabilitate the individual back to his or her daily living and working activities.

Aidan Apodaca, junior kinesiology major and forward on the men’s soccer team, said athletic trainers are equipped for the physical and the emotional athletic obstacles.

“Athletic trainers play an important role because they always have your best interest in mind and help advise you in doing what is best for your health,” Apodaca said. “They are people you can confide in when you are having problems inside or outside of your sport.”

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What is your season teaching you?

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I am going into nationals with a little less confidence this year. Last year I was on a roll and had no expectations of myself. This year I hold myself to a higher standard.

I’ve been blessed with such great coaches and amazing teammates that have made the season for me.

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LANCER ON THE STREET What is your fondest memory in the Van Dyne Gym?

Julian Carvajal Junior marketing major “My favorite memory in the Van Dyne Gym is when John Montgomery sang for us.”

Jessica Gutierrez Senior business administration major “The basketball game when FOX News came, my friends and I went and we had fun.”

Focus on God, not your own desires

BY JOE SLUNAKER GUEST WRITER Depending on who you speak to, you’ll find different perspectives about how either singleness or marriage relate to one’s faithfulness to God. In some circles, if you’re not married by the time you are 25, you are past your prime, have lost your golden chance to get that ring by spring and are living a selfish and dangerously temptation-filled life without a family to help keep you grounded.

In other groups, if you get married at what is perceived to be a young age by certain cultural standards, you’ve given up on your dreams, are only working on pumping out another mouth to feed, and have lost the chance to follow your wanderlust and live a life worth blogging about.

You may be thinking, “But there is nothing on either of those lists that actually has anything to do with a person’s relationship to God.” Hence the incredibly ironic state of affairs that leads to an opinion piece such as this one.

What is often missing from the discussion of singleness and marriage in the Christian community is an acknowledgment that for the believer, your life does not belong to you.

In the New Testament, Paul reminds the Corinthian Church: “…You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body” (1 Cor. 6:19–20).

Following Jesus necessarily demands self-abandonment, denying oneself, and taking up a cross and following the Christ who laid down his very life for the world.

We hear this from time to time and apply it to various life contexts, but I find we rarely apply these principles to our understanding of whether to marry or remain single because the intimacy of relationships tends to inherently assume the overtones of individual gratification.

In our culture, our choice to be single or married is focused on “what I want,” “feel like I deserve,” “what I am completed by,” “what I feel most secure about,” etc.

What if we actually did think about our relationship with God and service to others in considering whether to marry or be single, rather than about what is best for our own desires? What if we understood our marriages or singleness as worship?

After exclaiming, “… let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe…” (Heb. 12:28), the author of Hebrews encourages his readers, “Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled…”

(Heb 13:4), thus placing marital sex and single purity within the realm of worship.

Will you use your marriage or singleness to glorify God? Your worth is certainly not defined by what Facebook says about your relationship status, but rather is given to you by the God who creates you in his image, pursues your salvation for a purpose, and calls you to use whatever stage of life you are in to love him and your neighbor.

Joe Slunaker M. Div is a visiting professor of Christian studies at California Baptist University.

Ethan Marrs Freshman applied theology major

Aaron Taylor Freshman graphic design major

Alexandra Slick Senior psychology major

“Cheering against APU during the rivalry game between the girls basketball teams.”

“My fondest memory is Midnight Madness because I was on the gold team and the gold team dominated.”

“My fondest memory is going to chapel, specifically the worship.”

Value humanity, rather than law

BY KAITLYNN LABIT MANAGING EDITOR I added my political science minor at the end of the fall 2016 semester because I thought as a future journalist it is important to understand government in case I had to cover a story regarding laws, policies or a president.

I wanted to learn and take myself out of my comfort zone.

I wanted to grow more politically mature and develop my own opinions in the world of politics and let me tell you, being in political science courses in this time of America’s history has challenged me more than I anticipated.

As the current events in politics continue, the classroom discussions are new every week and my colleagues and professors create an environment open for discussion. This past week we talked about immigration and refugees.

This topic challenged me.

I am a granddaughter and daughter of immigrants. My grandfather immigrated from Italy with no knowledge of English or American culture.

I cannot deny the process of becoming a legal citizen is flawed. Although my family abided by the law and legally immigrated here, we are firm in

our belief of everyone deserving a chance at a better life, the feeling of safety and happiness.

An immigrant or refugee from Europe and an immigrant or refugee from Mexico are treated and prioritized differently, but one thing they have in common–legal or not– is they are here to have a better chance at life, a better chance at providing for their family, and a better chance at succeeding in their right to the pursuit of happiness.

Sure, the argument of illegal refugees and laws can be and has been made, but when we stick so close to what the law says, we forget the humanity of the situation.

If mothers are sending their children to America to save them from being raped or murdered, if families are fleeing for their life to a land of freedom, who are we to say they should

go back? Who are we to use the law as a reason to deprive people of a better life?

Think of it this way: When you’re in a hospital and a doctor says you need certain tests or procedures to save your life, money is not an issue because your life is at stake.

The last thing on your mind is a bill when you’re trying to save your life and the last thing on refugees’ minds when they’re running for theirs is the law.

If the last thing on an immigrant’s mind is the law, then the law should certainly be the last thing on ours, too, because a life is in jeopardy. Ink on a paper should not deprive a person of his or her pursuit of a better life.

Resorting to the phrase “it’s the law” is neglecting the humanity of immigration.

Take advantage of educational privilege

BY DARLENE MERCADO OPINION EDITOR

When I first toured California Baptist University, I was obsessed. The campus was absolutely gorgeous. It resembled a resort and I was thrilled to be a part of such an incredible community.

As the first soon-to-be college graduate in my family, I am constantly reminded of the honor it is to attend CBU and have a shot at a better future.

Being a college student at are. If seeing it from the pera university is an incredible spective of others isn’t enough, privilege that can be so easily think of the money and time at taken for granted. The value stake here. of education is immeasurable.

The “C’s get degrees” menYes, we can count tality is not a the zeros at the end good excuse to The value of perform poorly of the tuition bill, but the opportunieducation is in class. Don’t ties we receive and immeasurable, get me wrong, if doors opened mean a person earns yes we can count a C after trying everything.

There are people the zeros at the his or her hardin this country who end the tuition est, that’s what wish to have the opcounts. Howbill, but the ever, students portunity to receive a higher education opportunities we who go through to provide for their receive and doors their college cafamilies and have reer only conopened mean cerned about a brighter future but are incapable everything. their social life of doing so. There will get a rude are multitudes of children in awakening when they graduThird World countries who ate college knowing very little could only dream of going to about their field of study. school at all.

As adults, we should be maThat being said, we should ture enough to know right from take advantage of the opportu- wrong. When the university ennity and act like the adults we forces rules on campus, keeping

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them is most likely your best bet. Breaking the rules doesn’t make you cool, it’s pathetic. It’s time to grow up and realize losing this opportunity because you’re trying to impress your friends is not worth it.

One of my biggest fears is disappointing anyone, so I cannot imagine going to college and completely blowing it off.

It is too important to be taken lightly.

I am so thankful to have such supportive parents who have given me the gift of a college education. After seeing how hard they have worked to provide me with this education, it would be incredibly disrespectful to not take them into consideration. It would be an act of selfishness.

Take advantage of this chance at a better life. Do it for your parents, your future family or simply yourself, because the opportunity is just too good.

Find your identity in Christ, not patriotism

BY CHASE BURNS STAFF WRITER America is not filled with God’s chosen people.

From a young age, I grew up with the idea the United States was a nation under God. I was told the Founding Fathers were believers and I needed to fight for Christian values.

Here’s the thing: Patriotism is not bad, but holding America to the standard that it is

somehow God’s nation where Christian values are celebrated is wrong. God did not promise anywhere in his word that Americans would be able to live in some fantasy where our values are upheld.

Do not think I am saying fighting for biblical principles is wrong or you should not partake in your civil duty of voting and making your voice known.

Do hear me say God is not promising to protect America

from the world. The great thing is that no matter what his purpose will be accomplished.

Oftentimes, Christians in the West care more about their political agenda than the spreading of the gospel. They somehow believe Christian values and policies will point to Christ rather than real, authentic relationships and gospel conversations. Throughout history, the gospel has spread the most where persecution has taken

place. We know from Scripture that persecution is to be expected. 2 Timothy 3:12 states, “Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.”

Rather than praying for persecution to end, pray for perseverance and for the gospel to be heard. Putting your hope in a nation will only lead to disappointment. It will only give you the “American Jesus,” not the Jesus of the Bible. Culture will

continue to hate Christians; culture will continue to change but Christ remains the same.

Don’t find your primary identity in being American and start finding it in Christ.

Rather than fighting for political agendas, listen to people.

Do not give into American culture, but live authentic gospel lives. Stop believing America is responsible for the gospel to be heard; it is the job of the church and the Christian.

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Being an adult means taking chances Choose another gem

BY HANNAH PRESTON A&E EDITOR Parents: They are the people that have supported your hopes and dreams and have helped you through the good times and bad. Whether it was to be a princess or an astronaut, it is our parents who loved and sup-

ported us first. bellious side and getting the After signing the “parent or tattoo you have always wantguardian consent” line for the ed, these are the moments majority of our that help define lives there comes who we are as an Life should be full adult. a time we are able to sign our Once we are of adventures, and own line. stories that will stay able to forego the I would never “parent or guardwant to discred- with us for a lifetime. ian consent” sigit my parents’ However, if we ditch nature, the opinopinion or disrethese moments ion of parents spect them in any becomes only simply because a supplemental to way whatsoever, parent says “no,” it decision-making but there comes a time in every will turn our life into as an adult. Even young adult’s life it is ima story of “what if’s.” though when we must fiportant to have nally spread our the support of the wings and discover who we are people who have been through without our parents’ consent. it all with us, it should not be Whether it is traveling the the reason to abandon your world or indulging in your re- dreams.

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Finding yourself beyond the path your parents paved for you is a monumental moment in a person’s life, and whether your adventures bring success or make you fall flat on your face, it is through these moments, away from our parents, that we begin to truly find ourselves.

Life should be full of adventures and stories that will stay with us for a lifetime. If we ditch these moments simply because a parent says “no,” it will turn our life into a series of “what ifs.”

In the most respectable way possible, ditch parental expectations and just go for it — travel the world, get the tattoo and fill your life story with what you want.

Have faith rather than an uncertain plan

BY HANNAH TAMIMI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF “I barely have a ‘pla-,’” Phoebe Buffay said to Rachel Greene in an episode of “Friends” after being asked about her plan for her future.

After somewhat having a plan for the year, I have recently discovered my plan for

the future may not actually be crete plan set in place, I find what I thought it would be. peace knowing God does have My big, grand plan of ac- a plan for me. Not everyone I tion for life after college may encounter in my career will not be where I actually want be a believer and not everyone to belong. Truth be told, I fear I meet will be someone with for life after graduation, but whom I instantly click. I will who doesn’t? This past school have to constantly adapt to sityear, I’ve learned not uations I everybody has life afencounter.

After this is said While I do ter college figured out.

People change, as do and done, I may not not know plans. What I do have be in a place where what situfigured out are the ations I’ll I instantly thrive. I be facing, situations in which I thrive best. may not be in a place I know my I know I am at my where tasks come career will best collaborating take me easy, and that is OK. places. I with others. I know I love to tell stories know I will about the lives of people. I also not compromise my values or know who I am as an individu- beliefs. I know my ideal niche. al, and who I am in Christ.

Finding your niche, knowAlthough I don’t have a con- ing where you thrive as your

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best self is a satisfying feeling and I strive to achieve it always. Right now, I have a glimpse of it daily as I wake walk into the newsroom, executing my daily tasks on The Banner. After this is said and done, I may not be in a place where I instantly thrive. I may not be in a place where tasks come easy, and that is OK. My core values and faith will be tested as life goes on. I may feel called to go elsewhere — that’s where I’m at now as I plan my future. I don’t know where I’m supposed go come May, but I know wherever I do end up, it is because I am meant to be there.

Until then, I will carry on with my college career and be OK knowing “I barely have a ‘pla-.’”

to propose this spring

BY DOMINICK COPAS BUS & TECH EDITOR

Apart from any logical argument for postponing one’s “Ring by Spring” engagement until both parties have a stable job and have been dating for more than a year, there are a multitude of reasons not to purchase a diamond ring for your college sweetheart.

To begin, I will provide a brief history of the lie campaign that is diamond rings.

According to The Atlantic, purchasing diamonds for an engagement did not become common until the 1930s. Even still, the practice only became the standard as late as the 1950s.

During the late 1930s, the De Beers Group of Companies made an immense diamond find in South Africa. The discovery was so large the company monopolized the market across the world by buying the largest diamond mines.

Here we find the largest red flag—a single company has a massive stockpile of diamonds and launches an equally large

marketing campaign to convince young men and women a diamond is symbolic of love and marriage.

Meanwhile, the company slipped several phrases into our vernacular like “diamonds are forever” and “promise of the heart,” which reframed public opinion on the diamond. The company even went so far as to hire lecturers to speak about diamonds at high schools in order to create this “need” for diamonds.

Not only is this deceiving, it acts as a harsh reminder that marketing and advertising can be used as a dangerous force to coerce potential buyers into making purchases they absolutely do not need nor even want. The creation of want is unfortunately no clearer than in the case of the diamond industry.

So, I ask you, faithful reader, how much is a diamond ring worth to you? Now you know what it costs—the lies and lives—think before making your decision on your “Ring By Spring.”

Find a gem that means something to you and your significant other on a more personal level rather than an artificial want created by a company—something that does not cost blood, something other than a diamond.

If you are faithfully committed to the diamond as your gemstone of choice, search for companies that mine their diamonds ethically with respect to both the environment and people.

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